today’s television saturday, July 1

Getaway NINE, 5.30pm

If the winter blues are kicking in, perhaps its time to book a holiday. And if you have a bit of pennypinching to do first, you could use your time wisely by tuning into Getaway for some inspiration from the travel experts. There are no misses when it comes to the locations and activities on show in this veteran travel series. This evening, David Reyne heads off on a fantastic three-week adventure through beautiful Canada. Starting in the multicultural and arty hotpot of Toronto, he then heads south to the famous Niagara Falls.

Gardening Australia ABC, 6.30pm

Are you on of those people who watches Gardening Australia but rarely dips a finger in your own backyard’s soil? You’re not alone: it’s easy to watch this series and get swept away by the enthusiasm and ideas, with little thought of your own patch of soil. Even if you aren’t an avid gardener, it’s therapeutic entertainment to watch Costa Georgiadis and his crew. Tonight, Jane offers some winter flower power, visiting a clivia enthusiast, demonstrating just how simple it is to propagate. Meanwhile, Jerry shows us how he transformed his suburban block into a productive garden.

MOVIE: Jane Eyre 7TWO, 8.30pm, M (2011)

A story that has been made into a film 18 times before, not to mention a raft of made-for-television versions, is under immense pressure to live up to the best and set itself apart from the rest, and Cary Fukunaga’s effort impressively surpasses all previous cinematic versions. An original approach that is still finely attuned to Charlotte Bronte’s classic 1847 novel, a confident cast, magnificent cinematography and exquisite detailing make this adaptation fresh and inspired. Australian actress Mia Wasikowska deserves special mention as the leading lady.

The Good Karma Hospital ABC, 8.15pm

This British medical drama series stars Game

of Thrones Amrita Acharia as junior doctor Ruby Walker who, after a heartbreak, ditches her life in the UK for a fresh start in an exotic coastal town in lush, tropical south India. However, her new job at the underKarma resourced and over-worked Good Hospital turns out to be very different to what she expected. In tonight’s episode, a mystery Adonis washes up on the beach. Meanwhile, the team race against the clock to treat a local snake catcher whose luck may finally have run out, and tensions mount when Ruby questions Gabriel’s (James Floyd) professional conduct. Also stars Amanda Redman (right).